16 Benson House

Property Id: 1458881

8 guests· 7 bedrooms· 11 beds· 4 baths

Picturesque 1795 farmhouse (sleeps 10) owned by Frank Benson(for rent for $8,000 a week), a beautiful barn that was used as Benson's art studio, a honeymoon cottage for four (rent... separately for $3,500/week), and a gorgeous clay tennis court. This waterfront estate is very special. Families have come back the same weeks for 12 years. Watch sailboats cross Penobscot Bay, eat fresh lobster, enjoy beautiful sunsets, a deep water granite pier & float system, and gather sea glass and driftwood.

The space

18 private acres on the water. Walking, biking, tennis, ping pong, motor boating, sailing, picnicking, lobster eating, sea glass and driftwood collecting.

Guest access

The estate has its own beautiful tennis court and large 200-year-old barn, two pristine beaches, and a long pier. The town has a gym, restaurants, and a grocery store.

Other things to note

There are three ferries a day from Rockland Maine. A 24-foot boat is available for rent. Read More